Ruth Thompson papers, 1950-ca. 1957.

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Ruth Thompson papers, 1950-ca. 1957.

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Scrapbook, 1950-1952, containing clippings, greeting cards and telegrams, correspondence, programs and scattered photographs; and miscellaneous loose scrapbook materials and photographs.

.3 linear ft. and 1 oversize folder.

Bentley Historical Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7359520

Bentley Historical Library

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Republican Party (Mich.)

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